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Peer reviewedMarwit, Samuel J.; Meuser, Thomas M. – Gerontologist, 2002
This study sought to develop an instrument for the assessment of grief in caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's disease. Study resulted in a 50-item scale containing three factors. Results suggest that caregiver grief is neither a unitary nor static construct and that a scale such as this may be appropriate for use in supportive, clinical, and…
Descriptors: Alzheimers Disease, Caregivers, Grief, Measures (Individuals)
Peer reviewedPerkinson, Margaret A.; Berg-Weger, Marla L.; Carr, David B.; Meuser, Thomas M.; Palmer, Janice L.; Buckles, Virginia D.; Powlishta, Kimberly K.; Foley, Daniel J.; Morris, John C. – Gerontologist, 2005
Purpose: Although driving by persons with Alzheimer's disease (AD) is an important public health concern, we know little about the attitudes and perceptions of key stakeholders regarding driving safety in these individuals or the factors that precipitate and influence driving assessment and cessation decisions. Design and Methods: We convened 10…
Descriptors: Focus Groups, Alzheimers Disease, Dementia, Older Adults
